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ARTS & CRAFTS
GARDENING
receives. Set aside a day when you assembled in different configurations preferences and maintenance
are at home and pay careful attention along a wall or in a corner space. requirements.
to the following: They can also stand on the floor or be
mounted against a wall. An important factor to consider in
• Where does the sunlight fall on your planning is irrigation. Dragging
your balcony? TOWNHOUSE GARDENS splashing hosepipes across a small
Some people feel that townhouse area isn’t ideal and the wrong type
• How many hours of sunlight does gardens are too small to enjoy, while of sprinkler may trap you inside.
your balcony receive? those who believe they don’t have Precision irrigation is best to prevent
green fingers find the size already too your outdoor area from being
• What time of day does it receive daunting. If you live in a townhouse unnecessarily soaked.
sunlight? complex with a courtyard-type garden
• How hot is it on the balcony? or small backyard garden that you TOP TIP: Choose an irrigation
have been avoiding, now is the time system that can be permanently
Visit your garden centre armed with to get outside and claim that space. installed and delivers water directly
this information to ensure that you get Layout of a small garden space is where it is needed. Drip irrigation
the best recommendations for plants often the biggest obstacle to getting systems are a water-smart option
suited to these conditions. started, especially if you want to that can be easily connected to
balance your planting space with your outdoor tap and extended all
TOP TIP: Maximising space is outdoor entertainment and leisure around your garden space. The
crucial in a balcony garden and space. Thankfully, the internet system can be automated and can
planting vertically is one way of doing abounds with clever ideas suited run while you sit outside and soak
this. Lightweight planters can be to different lifestyles, aesthetic up the sun.

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